Comic-Con® International Welcomes George Lucas,Guillermo del Toro, and Doug Chiang for a ConversationModerated by Queen Latifah

Legendary filmmaker George Lucas to make Comic-

Con International appearance alongside Academy Award-winning director Guillermo del Toro

and Academy Award-winning artist Doug Chiang on Sunday, July 27, in Hall H.

The panel, titled Sneak Peek of the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, will be moderated by

Queen Latifah, the Grammy-, Emmy-, and Golden Globe-winning and Academy Award-

nominated artist and longtime fan of fantasy and pop culture.

The panel of iconic creators will

discuss the power of illustrated stories and the role of narrative art in society. From ancient cave

drawings and hieroglyphics to paintings, murals, illustrations, comics, digital media, and

sculptures, this panel will delve into the universal language of illustrated storytelling.

David Glanzer, Chief Communications and Strategy Officer of Comic-Con, said: “We are

beyond thrilled to welcome George Lucas to Comic-Con for the very first time. Nearly five

decades ago, Star Wars made one of its earliest public appearances at our convention, along

with a booth featuring Howard Chaykin’s now legendary Star Wars poster as a promotional

item. Now, to have Mr. Lucas return—this time to debut the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art—is

a true full-circle moment. His lifelong dedication to visual storytelling and world-building

resonates deeply with us and our community, and the museum’s mission to celebrate narrative

art in all its forms perfectly reflects what Comic-Con has championed from the very beginning."

Panelists

George Lucas

As co-founder of the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, George Lucas brings more than six

decades of storytelling, collecting, and cultural influence to the panel. Lucas’s devotion to

timeless storytelling and cutting-edge innovation has resulted in some of the most successful

and beloved films of all time. In addition to his innovative work as a filmmaker, Lucas has

assembled one of the world’s most significant collections of narrative art, from original comic

book panels and magazine and book illustrations to paintings, photography, and cinematic

artifacts. The museum embodies his long-standing mission to explore how visual storytelling

connects people, shapes culture, and captures the human experience.Guillermo del Toro

Guillermo del Toro is among the most creative and visionary artists of his generation, whose

distinctive style is showcased through his work as a filmmaker, screenwriter, producer, and

author. Renowned for his blend of dark fantasy and visually rich narratives, Guillermo del Toro

is the Oscar-winning director behind Pan’s Labyrinth, The Shape of Water, and Pinocchio. A

passionate collector of monster memorabilia, rare books, and macabre illustration, del Toro

shares Lucas’s dedication to preserving the stories that shape us. He also serves on the Lucas

Museum’s Board of Directors.

Doug Chiang

An Academy Award-winning artist, author, and production designer, Doug Chiang has shaped

the iconic look and feel of the Star Wars universe for decades. In 1995, George Lucas

personally selected Chiang to lead the art department of the Star Wars prequel films, and

Chiang’s visionary concepts and production designs have been instrumental in crafting worlds,

characters, and vehicles across films, theme parks, games, and live-action series. His ability to

turn narrative into visual language has shaped how audiences experience modern mythologies.

Moderator

Queen Latifah

Bringing charisma, cultural insight, and personal passion to the moderator’s seat, Queen Latifah

shares a belief in the power of stories to unite and inspire. Her deep appreciation for storytelling

ensures a vibrant and insightful discussion. Queen Latifah is a Grammy-, Emmy-, and Golden

Globe-winning musician, critically acclaimed television and Oscar-nominated film actress,

producer, record label president, author, and entrepreneur. Most recently, she executive

produced and starred in the CBS hit series The Equalizer. She received an Academy Award

nomination for Best Supporting Actress, a Golden Globe Award nomination, and a Screen

Actors Guild (SAG) Award nomination for her portrayal of Mama Morton in the feature musical

Chicago. Additional films include Jungle Fever, Set It Off, Living Out Loud, Bringing Down the

House, The Secret Life of Bees, Hairspray, Mad Money, Just Wright, Joyful Noise, The Last

Holiday, and Beauty Shop. Recognition for Queen Latifah’s recording artistry includes six

Grammy Award nominations, as well as a win for Best Solo Rap Performance in 1994.

About the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art

Opening in 2026, the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art is a first-of-its-kind institution dedicated

to illustrated storytelling across time, cultures, and media. Co-founded by George Lucas and

Mellody Hobson, the museum’s collection features works by artists including Norman

Rockwell, Kadir Nelson, Jessie Willcox Smith, N. C. Wyeth, Beatrix Potter, Judy Baca,

Frida Kahlo, and Maxfield Parrish; as well as comic art legends such as Winsor McCay, Jack

Kirby, Frank Frazetta, Alison Bechdel, Chris Ware, and R. Crumb; and photographers

Gordon Parks, Henri Cartier-Bresson, and Dorothea Lange. The museum also houses the

Lucas Archive, containing models, props, concept art, and costumes from Lucas’s filmmaking

career.